Katalog
| Emittent | Venice, Republic of |
|---|---|
| Jahr | 1205-1229 |
| Typ | Standard circulation coin |
| Nennwert | 1 Grosso = 26 Denari (13⁄120) |
| Währung | Lira (1156-1471) |
| Material | Silver (.965) |
| Gewicht | 2.1 g |
| Durchmesser | 20 mm |
| Dicke | |
| Form | Round (irregular) |
| Prägetechnik | Hammered |
| Ausrichtung | |
| Stempelschneider | |
| Im Umlauf bis | |
| Referenz(en) |
| Aversbeschreibung | Doge (duke) stands facing receiving banner from patron saint St. Mark. |
|---|---|
| Aversschrift | |
| Averslegende | + • P • ZIANI S M VENETI |
| Reversbeschreibung | Facing figure of Nimbate Jesus Christ Pantocrator, enthroned, IC XC field to the left and right. |
| Reversschrift | |
| Reverslegende | IC / XC |
| Rand | |
| Prägestätte | |
| Auflage |
ND (1205-1229) - - |
| Numisquare-ID | 9259044620 |
| Zusätzliche Informationen |
Historical Context: The 1 Grosso of Pietro Ziani (1205-1229) marks a pivotal era for the Republic of Venice. Ziani's dogeship immediately followed the Fourth Crusade, profoundly expanding Venetian power and transforming it into a dominant maritime empire. The Grosso, initiated by Doge Enrico Dandolo, was Venice's high-purity silver answer to the Byzantine hyperpyron, crucial for its burgeoning international trade. Ziani's continuation solidified Venice's economic supremacy and status as a major European power.
Artistry: While the engraver remains anonymous, the Grosso’s design adheres to established Venetian numismatic tradition, blending Byzantine iconographic influences. The obverse features Saint